Life — November 26, 1896 — page 5: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# November Page from Life Magazine This satirical page presents November themes through Victorian-era cartoon vignettes. The top section labeled "ARBITRATION" shows two gentlemen and a dog, likely commenting on contemporary dispute-resolution practices. "ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL" depicts a domestic scene with a woman presenting food to an older man, suggesting household harmony. "THANKSGIVING" features a man with an elaborate turkey decoration, celebrating the holiday with characteristic humor. The bottom three panels—"HASTE OR HEAVEN," "HAUNT SOME FUN," and "MISRULES OF THE BRAIN"—appear to reference supernatural or comedic November themes, possibly relating to Halloween traditions or autumn follies, though specific references are unclear without additional historical context. The style is typical of Life's humorous social commentary through illustrated scenarios.